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A good legislative session for the oil and gas industry

June 13, 2013 12:12 AM
By Don Briggs
Don Briggs, President, Louisiana Oil and Gas Association

The 2013 Louisiana State legislative session has now adjourned for the year. Each year leading up to session, typically one conversation dominates the press. This year, the topic of discussion was regarding the Governor’s tax plan that was set to … Read More »

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The Future of Natural Gas In Louisiana

May 30, 2013 12:21 AM
By Don Briggs
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As home to one of the largest natural gas plays in the country, the Haynesville Shale, several potential crude oil plays and the boisterous Gulf of Mexico region, Louisiana has no shortage of natural resources. However, the latest conversation is … Read More »

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The Curious Buddy System Of Louisiana AG Caldwell

May 20, 2013 8:36 PM
By Melissa Landry
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Generally speaking, there are two kinds of state attorneys general—one focuses his office on rooting out public corruption and defending the state constitution against threats of intrusion from the federal government.  The other sees himself as the Plaintiff Attorney-In-Chief and … Read More »

Attorney General, News, Their View

More EPA Oversight

May 15, 2013 11:09 PM
By Don Briggs
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A shale revolution, shale boom, achieving energy independence, energy security; these are all terms being used in speeches, on television, the Internet, newspapers and at the water cooler. Why? The game changer is hydraulic fracturing. This practice, while not brand … Read More »

Arguments, Their View

Throw Me Something, Mister!

May 3, 2013 8:21 PM
By Don Briggs
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Louisiana’s business climate is litigious, to say the least. Or to be blunt, our state is extremely sue-happy. Louisiana currently ranks 49th in the nation by a recent national study for having a litigious climate to conduct business. How does this … Read More »

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Poor legal climate leads to higher auto insurance rates

March 21, 2013 9:06 PM
By Melissa Landry
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Louisiana has once again earned the dubious distinction of having the most expensive auto insurance rates in the country. A recent USA Today article highlighted the rankings compiled by Insure.com, which put Louisiana in the No. 1 spot for the third … Read More »

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Louisiana’s business climate on the ballot

November 30, 2012 10:58 AM
By Don Briggs
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Don Briggs,President,Louisiana Oil and Gas Association

BATON ROUGE – The presidential elections have come and gone. However, another election is still undecided. Read More »

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Vitter: Finally, An End To Legacy Lawsuit Abuse

November 19, 2012 2:00 PM
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U.S. Senator David Vitter (R-La.)

In Louisiana, we understand the challenge to increase offshore oil and gas production often gets the spotlight in the media. But, there has been another struggle for the oil and gas industry, largely behind the scenes, that is also vital for job creation — cleaning up legacy lawsuit abuse in Louisiana. Read More »

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Judicial Elections Important: Don’t let someone else speak for you on Election Day

October 25, 2012 1:52 PM
By Melissa Landry
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Melissa Landry

Elections have consequences, for better or for worse. And while most voters are focusing on the Presidential election this November, there is another political battle brewing that has the potential to dramatically impact the state of Louisiana’s legal climate. Read More »

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Louisiana Can Learn A Lot from Texas About Creating Jobs, Cutting Lawsuits

October 2, 2012 8:11 AM
By Melissa Landry
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Melissa Landry

It is no secret that Texas and Louisiana are very different states. They love barbecue. We love gumbo. They are known for big belt buckles. We’re known for white shrimp boots. And on Sundays, they root for the Cowboys, while we cheer for the Saints. Read More »

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